Marietta, GA Photography Blog

by Christian Michelle Photography

This family photography blog is a resource for clients and families looking for guidance, inspiration, and practical tips related to family photography in the Marietta, GA area and beyond. You’ll find articles covering everything from how to prepare for a photo session to what to wear, along with helpful insights designed to make the experience feel easier and more enjoyable.



New posts are added regularly, and topics are often inspired by real questions from clients. If there’s something you’d like to see covered, you’re always welcome to reach out with a suggestion.

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A series of five fall family portraits showing loving groups posed outdoors with autumn foliage and coordinated outfits in earth tones.
  • Fall ·
  • Families ·
  • what to wear ·
  • Education

Best Colors For Fall Family Photos

  • Fall ·
  • Families ·
  • what to wear ·
  • Education
A joyful family shares playful moments together in a sun-drenched meadow at golden hour.
  • Families ·
  • Education ·
  • Just For Fun

Family Photography Tips for Reluctant Dads: A Lighthearted Guide

  • Families ·
  • Education ·
  • Just For Fun
Two red-haired brothers sharing a sweet moment with their fluffy reddish-hair dog outdoors during golden hour sunset family photo session
  • Education ·
  • Families

The Key to Amazing Family Photos: A Photographer’s Best Tips

  • Education ·
  • Families
Someone in a burgundy velvet dress holds a clear umbrella while standing outdoors on an autumn day.
  • Families ·
  • Education

What If It Rains on the Day of Your Photo Session?

  • Families ·
  • Education
Explore the Amazing Benefits of Prenatal Massage in Chattanooga title image of sun on bare pregnant belly
  • Chattanooga, TN ·
  • Maternity ·
  • Education

Explore the Amazing Benefits of Prenatal Massage in Chattanooga!

  • Chattanooga, TN ·
  • Maternity ·
  • Education
family of 4 dances on the sidewalk of Norton Commons for photo session
  • Children ·
  • Education ·
  • Families

The Do's and Don'ts of Bribing Kids for Photos

  • Children ·
  • Education ·
  • Families
Husband and expectant wife in stunning red dress kiss on a rock jetty by Chattanooga river
  • Chattanooga, TN ·
  • Education ·
  • Maternity

Make the Most Out of Your Birth with These 6 Chattanooga Doulas!

  • Chattanooga, TN ·
  • Education ·
  • Maternity
A family stands together on rocky outcrop overlooking a serene lake with autumn forest in background.
  • Education

Questions To Ask Your Photographer

  • Education
a photographer reviews basic invite's holiday card designs and shows stack of sample card order
  • Christmas ·
  • Education ·
  • Families ·
  • Holidays

A Photographer Reviews Basic Invite’s Holiday Card Designs

  • Christmas ·
  • Education ·
  • Families ·
  • Holidays
7 essential tips for preparing kids for successful photo sessions - family session with 4 kids under 6
  • Children ·
  • Families ·
  • Education

7 Essential Tips to Prepare Kids for Successful Photo Sessions

  • Children ·
  • Families ·
  • Education
little girl in pink bow rides coolidge park carousel. bright colors spinning behind her.
  • Families ·
  • Education ·
  • lifestyle

10 Session Ideas for Fun Family Photos in Chattanooga

  • Families ·
  • Education ·
  • lifestyle
mother and father hold newborn son in their bedroom next to a dresser and large prints from their wedding on the wall
  • lifestyle ·
  • Newborn ·
  • Education

How To Prepare For A Lifestyle Newborn Session

  • lifestyle ·
  • Newborn ·
  • Education

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